The Illustrated Musical Instruments Handbook
The Illustrated Musical Instruments Handbook
Lucien Jenkins
Flame Tree Publishing, 2006
Softcover, 416 pages, colour illustrated, semi-gloss paper.
Very good condition.
From tubas to theremins... a complete reference for musicians and music lovers
Comprehensive, authoritative, and stunningly illustrated, this is a guide to musical instruments on the market today.
Packed with more than 400 pictures and information on a vast array of instruments. Instruments are organized by type--percussion, wind, brass, stringed, keyboards, electric and electronic, innovations and inspirations--and also include historical context.
Each entry describes the personality, history, and sound of the instrument, whether it's a violin or a steel drum, an accordion or an Ondes-Martenot.
Find the right instrument for every score.
Poll: Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?
Buses can be a relaxing way to get home if you have a seat and enough space. However, it can be off-putting when someone is taking a phone call next to you.
Do you think it's inconsiderate for people to have lengthy phone calls on a bus? Vote in the poll, and add your comments below.
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64% Yes
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33.7% No
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2.3% Other - I'll share below
What would you do if it was your job to fix Hamilton's CBD?
More alcohol restrictions, more lighting, busking rule changes and a whole lot of lobbying - these are some ways Hamilton leaders want to sort out the CBD.
Crime and anti-social behaviour in the area has been in the spotlight after recent news of a man defecating in the street near a city pub and another who flipped tables out the back of a bar after being found scrounging cigarette butts and asked to leave.
What would you do if it was your job to fix Hamilton's CBD? Tell us your reasons in the comments (adding NFP if you don't want your words used in print).
Have you picked up your tickets to our 80th anniversary party yet?
Kia ora neighbours, here is the cover of our amazing 80th anniversary special edition! There's just enough time to book your ticket to join editor Jo McCarroll at Hamilton Gardens on November 11. Ticketholders will get this special (RRP $16.20) in their goody bags. Each goody bag is also packed with gardening paraphernalia and a brand new Jack Hobbs-bred Hebe 'The Gardener' plant, released to mark this amazing milestone. Plus you'll also get all-day entry to the Enclosed Gardens, canapes and bubbles
, and spot prizes. We'd love to see you there.